Who We Are – News – FIFA Statement on Ahmad Ahmad

FIFA took note of the events concerning Mr. Ahmad Ahmad, who is being questioned by the French authorities about allegations relating to his tenure while he was president of CAF.

FIFA is not aware of the details of this investigation and is therefore unable to comment on it.

FIFA asks the French authorities for any information that may be relevant to investigations within its Ethics Committee.

Everyone is entitled to the presumption of innocence, but as the FIFA President reiterated yesterday, FIFA is firmly committed to eliminating all forms of foul play at all levels of football. Anyone who is found guilty of illegal or illegal acts has no place in football.

FIFA is now safe from scandals that have tarnished its reputation and this same determination should prevail in governing bodies such as confederations. FIFA will be at the forefront to ensure that this is applied by everyone involved in football.